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Destin will choose the Best Christmas Decorations across 6 categories

The City of Destin’s Holiday Committee will select the best Christmas holiday decorations in six major categories: Best Decorated Home: This will include single homes, duplexes (best side), mobile homes, […]

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The City of Destin’s Holiday Committee will select the best Christmas holiday decorations in six major categories:

Best Decorated Home: This will include single homes, duplexes (best side), mobile homes, etc.
Best Decorated Business: This will include restaurants, shops, department stores, schools, professional offices, etc.
Best Decorated Organization: This category includes entrances to homeowner’s associations, golf courses, etc.
Best Overall Holiday: This category includes all homes, business, and organizations throughout the city limits that go above and beyond.
Best on the Harbor: This category is for homes on the harbor.
Best Decorated Condominiums: This category includes condominium entrances and property.

Judging will take place December 13^th through December 15^th within the city limits of Destin. All decorations must remain up from December 13^th through December 31^st. Winners will be announced December 20^thand recognized by Mayor Gary Jarvis in January during the regularly scheduled council meeting.

Please call (850) 837-4242 or email Recreation@cityofdestin.com to enter the contest.

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